A6: Electronic Cigarettes in the Indoor Environment

Greater Columbus Convention Center 

Room: B 230 

CM Credit Hours: 1 

AIHA's White Paper on Electronic Cigarettes in the Indoor Environment has become a vital resource for OEHS professionals seeking evidence-based knowledge on the potential exposures and risks associated with e-cigarette use. As the scientific landscape around e-cigarettes continues to evolve rapidly, an updated version of the white paper was necessary to provide the most current information. This interactive roundtable session aims to promote a dialogue among participants surrounding the revisions made to the white paper. It will focus on discussing the current state of knowledge, identifying research gaps, and exploring potential future directions. This approach aims to facilitate an exchange of ideas, experiences, and knowledge, enabling attendees to gain a comprehensive understanding of the current state of knowledge regarding potential exposures and risks associated with e-cigarettes in the indoor environment. Through open dialogue, attendees will gain insights into the current state of knowledge regarding potential exposures and risks associated with e-cigarettes, while identifying areas that warrant further research. This session promises to facilitate lively discussions and promote collaboration among professionals invested in understanding and addressing the implications of e-cigarettes in the indoor environment.

Upon completion, the participant will be able to:

• Discuss the scientific evidence regarding e-cigarette exposures.
• Identify the chemical constituents of e-cigarettes and their health impacts.
• Examine the regulations and policies surrounding e-cigarettes.
• Analyze statistical data related to e-cigarette effects on bystanders.
• Discuss the gaps in the current knowledge and research. 

Intermediate

Polling

Q&A

Consulting

All Industries

Also part of the Virtual Program

Hazard Recognition/Exposure Assessment

Indoor Air Quality